Comparison

GlitchStep vs TV3

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

GlitchStep

This music app is a monophonic 16-step MIDI sequencer and AUv3 MIDI processor extension. It allows for real-time sequence rearrangement, song building with playlists, and dynamic performance variations. Integrate it with your favorite AUv3 hosts for enhanced music production.

Highlights
  • 16-step monophonic sequencer
  • AUv3 MIDI processor extension
  • Real-time sequence rearrangement
  • Pattern and slice playlists
  • Glitch effects with XY pad
  • Extensive scale options
  • Customizable sequence controls
Features
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Unleash Your Creativity with GlitchStep GlitchStep is a cutting-edge monophonic 16-step, performance-oriented sequencer and AUv3 MIDI processor extension. Dive into a world of musical possibilities as you play with your sequence and perform dynamic, captivating variations. Next-Level Sequence Manipulation: Inspired by GlitchCore, GlitchStep employs a slice grid for real-time sequence rearrangement. Both patterns and slices can be compiled into playlists, allowing you to build and modify songs on-the-fly for live performance or studio sessions. Effortless Integration: Load GlitchStep as an AUv3 MIDI Processor/MIDI FX in your favorite AUv3 hosts like AUM, Logic, Loopy Pro, Drambo, and more. Note: Standalone use is not supported. Features to Elevate Your Music: - 16 Steps - 8 Patterns - Unlimited Pattern Playlist Entries - Slice Grid with Drawing Mode - 8 Slice Patterns - Unlimited Slice Pattern Playlist Entries - Glitch Your Sequence with XY Pad and Sliders - Aggressive Glitch Capabilities - Extensive Scale Options - Customizable Start and End Sequence Positions - Control Sequence Direction - Global Sequence Rate Adjustments - Individual Pattern Rates - Pattern Note Slides - Swing - Randomize, Shift, Shuffle, Copy/Paste, and Initialize Patterns - Randomization Thresholds - Selective Randomization for Notes, Gates, Velocity, and Probability - Randomize, Shift, Copy/Paste, and Initialize Slices - Scale Key Adjustment - Minimum Octave and Octave Range Settings - 16 Themes Transform your music production with GlitchStep. Whether you're looking to add subtle variations or go all-in on aggressive glitches, this app has you covered.

About

TV3

Create iconic acid basslines with this powerful yet user-friendly synthesizer. Inspired by the classic TB-303, it offers dual oscillators, a resonant low-pass filter, versatile distortion, and a pattern generator for endless musical possibilities.

Highlights
  • Dual Oscillators (Square/Sawtooth)
  • 24 dB/oct Low-Pass Filter
  • Envelope Controls
  • Versatile Distortion Modes
  • Quick Sound Randomization
  • Pattern Generator
  • MIDI Export
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Introducing TV3 - Acid Synth, the swiftest acid bassline synth. Inspired by the legendary TB-303, TV3 combines a user-friendly interface with handy features to fast-track your acid jams. Key Features: - Dual Oscillators: Main and Sub oscillators with selectable Square and Sawtooth waveforms. - 24 dB/oct Low-Pass Filter: Resonant, non-self oscillating filter with adjustable cutoff and resonance controls. - Envelope Controls: Fine-tune your sound with parameters for accent, decay and envelope modulation. - Versatile Distortion: Add character to your basslines four distinct modes—Saturation, Saturated Wavefolding, Fuzz, and Nock. - Quick Randomization: Tap on Acid Boy for total sound randomization - Pattern Generator: Instant generation of endless patterns with adjustable complexity, length, scale, and key. - Pattern Editor: edit your generated sequences with pitch, accent, gate and slide controls. - MIDI Export: Export your patterns as MIDI files. TV3 offers a simple and fun workflow to help you produce iconic acid sounds on your iOS device. Download TV3 Acid Synth today and unleash the power of acid basslines at your fingertips.

Screenshots

GlitchStep4 screens
TV34 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: GlitchStep at every 3 days against TV3's every 10 months. TV3's advantage is price ($3.99 vs $9.99). On rating, review sentiment, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

GlitchStep costs $9.99 and TV3 $3.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for GlitchStep against 4.9 for TV3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 19 and 13 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 89% of GlitchStep's written reviews are positive against 82% of TV3's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

GlitchStep ships an update every 3 days, TV3 every 10 months. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
GlitchStep versus TV3: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGlitchStepTV3
Price$9.99$3.99 — better
Rating4.9 (19 ratings) — better4.9 (13 ratings)
Positive reviews88.9% of reviews — better81.8% of reviews
Number of ratings19 — better13
Update frequencyEvery 3 days — betterEvery 10 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.217.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB220 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAlex MatheuImaginando Lda

Customer experience

GlitchStep

All ratings19 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews9 reviews
Positive88.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative11.1%

TV3

All ratings12 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews11 reviews
Positive81.8%
Neutral0.0%
Negative18.2%

In-app purchases

None

GlitchStep

No in-app purchases

None

TV3

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is GlitchStep free?
GlitchStep costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is TV3 free?
TV3 costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, GlitchStep or TV3?
GlitchStep is rated higher. GlitchStep averages 4.9 out of 5 from 19 ratings, while TV3 averages 4.9 from 13 ratings.
Do GlitchStep or TV3 have ads?
Neither GlitchStep nor TV3 shows ads.
Which is updated more often, GlitchStep or TV3?
GlitchStep ships an update every 3 days, and TV3 every 10 months. Most recently, GlitchStep was updated on October 24, 2026 and TV3 on October 25, 2026.

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